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The original Haynes Repair Manual - Based on a complete stripdown and rebuild of a vehicle

Kawasaki KZ400A (1974 - 1978) Clymer

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This Kawasaki Motorcycle Manual is 392 pages.

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CHAPTER ONE / GENERAL INFORMATION
Manual organization / Notes, cautions and warnings / Safety first / Service hints / Torque specifications / Fasteners / Lubricants / Parts replacement / Basic hand tools / Test equipment / Mechanicâ??s tips / Specifications

CHAPTER TWO / TROUBLESHOOTING
Operating requirements / Troubleshooting instruments / Engine starting / Engine performance / Engine noises / Engine lubrication / Clutch / Transmission / Charging system / Starting system / Electrical problems / Ignition system / Breaker point ignition troubleshooting / Breakerless ignition troubleshooting / Excessive vibration / Front suspension and steering / Brake problems / Carburetor troubleshooting

CHAPTER THREE / PERIODIC LUBRICATION, MAINTENANCE AND TUNE-UP
Routine checks / Maintenance intervals / Tires / Battery / Periodic lubrication / Engine oil and filter / Fork oil change / Periodic maintenance / Drive chain inspection and adjustment / Final drive belt inspection and adjustment / Clutch adjustment / Throttle adjustment / Front fork air adjustment / Coolant change / Tune-up / Air filter element / Cam chain tension / Valve clearance adjustment / Compression test / Spark plugs / Breaker point ignition / Contact point inspection / Contact point gap / Ignition timing / Electronic ignition / Carburetor / idle aped / Carburetor synchronization / Specifications

CHAPTER FOUR / ENGINE KZ400 AND KZ440
Engine / Cylinder head and cylinder head cover / Automatic cam chain tensioner / Valves and valve components / Cylinder / Pistons and piston rings / Oil pump / Oil pressure relief valve / Alternator and starter / Engine sprocket cover / Engine sprocket or pulley / Crankcase / Kickstarter / Balancer / Crankshaft and connecting rods / Specifications

CHAPTER FIVE / ENGINE 1985-ON
Engine removal installation / Cylinder head and camshafts / Rocker arm assemblies / Cam chain tensioner / Valves and valve components / Cylinder / Pistons and piston rings / Oil pump / Oil pressure relief valve / Oil level switch / Neutral switch / Alternator / starter drive mechanism and starter / Crankcase / Crankshaft and connecting rods / Balancer shaft / Specifications

CHAPTER SIX / CLUTCH AND PRIMARY CHAIN
Clutch and primary chain / Specifications

CHAPTER SEVEN / TRANSMISSION
Shift mechanism / 5-speed transmission / 6-speed transmission / Specifications

CHAPTER EIGHT / FUEL AND EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS
Carburetor / Carburetor adjustment / Emission control / Specifications

CHAPTER NINE / ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Charging system / Breaker point ignition / Transistorized ignition / Transistorized ignition / Electric starter / Lighting system / Switches / Horn / Fuses / Specifications

CHAPTER TEN / COOLING SYSTEM
Cooling system inspection / Radiator and fan / Thermostat / Water pump / Hoses / Thermostatic fan switch and water temperature sensor / Specifications

CHAPTER ELEVEN / FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Front wheel / Front hub / Wheel balance / Tire changing / Tire repairs / Steering head / Front fork / Specifications

CHAPTER TWELVE / REAR SUSPENSION
Rear wheel / Rear hub / Rear wheel coupling / Drive chain / Wheel balancing / Tire changing / Drive belt and pulleys / Rear swing arm / Shock absorbers / Specifications

CHAPTER THIRTEEN / BRAKES
Front disc brakes / Front brake pad / Front caliper / Master cylinder / Front brake hose / Front brake disc / Drum brakes / Bleeding the system / Specifications

SUPPLEMENT / EN500 SERVICE INFORMATION

Models covered:
KZ400A, S (U.S.) (1974-1978)
KZ400B (U.S.) (1978-1980)
KZ400B (Canada) (1978-1980)
KZ400B (Europe) (1978-1980)
KZ400C (U.S.) (1978)
KZ400G (U.S.) (1980-1981)
KZ400G (Canada) (1980-1981)
KZ400G (Europe ) (1980-1981)
KZ400H (U.S.) (1979-1981)
KZ400H (Canada) (1979-1981)
KZ400H (Europe) (1979-1981)
KZ400A, D (U.S.) (1980-1983)
KZ400A, D (Canada) (1980-1983)
KZ440B (U.S.) (1980-1981)
KZ440B (Canada) (1980-1981)
KZ440C (Canada) (1981)
KZ440G (U.S.) (1982-1983)
KZ440G (Canada) (1982-1983)
KZ440H (Europe) (1982-1983)
Z440A, C, D (Europe) (1980-1983)
EN450A (1985-1990)
EN500A (1990-1995)

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